As we all do, I love this man. I'm so glad to hear that he is a quality human being in addition to being a wonderful actor.

He is Snape, IMO, but I think he embues the character with a certain, oh, I don't know, HAWTNESS, that was never envisioned in Rowling's books. I mean, really, why pick that milquetoast James Potter when you could have had Severus Snape? Sigh.

Years ago a friend and I had a Rickmanfest, with pizza and all the best Rickman movies. And "Robin Hood". Though we actually just fast-forwarded to the Rickman scenes. I mean, talk about unbelievable - like Maid Marian would ever have picked doughy ol' Robin over him

"And cancel Christmas!"

Also, I read years ago on a celebrity discussion board that he is one of the nicest celebs out there, period. Very kind to his fans, which makes me like him even more.